What is IETO’s mandate?
Responsible for managing the member registration and certification process
What information is found in the IETO Terms of Reference?
- Purpose of IETO, structures, meetings
- Titles & designation of members
- Fees for memberships, exams, appeals
Name three committees that comprise IETO
- Executive
- Finance
- Admissions
- Complaints
- Discipline
What are the two main categories of membership?
- Certified Members
* Associate members
What are three additional membership categories administered by IETO
- Fellow OACETT Members
- Life Members
- Non-Resident members
Which membership category is not administered by IETO?
Honorary Member
Which three titles are used for those working in road construction?
- Road Construction Junior Inspector (RCJI)
- Road Constructions Senior Inspector (RCSI)
- Road Construction Contract Administrator (RCCA)
What are the four requirements for certification as an OACETT member?
- Be of good character
- Not less than 18 years of age
- Resident/Employed in Ontario
- Meet criteria established in OACETT by-Laws and IETO Rules
What are the four criteria for certification as an OACETT member?
- Academic Credentials
- Professional Experience
- Professional References
- Professional Practice Exam
What is PLAR?
Prior Learning Assessment Recognition
Briefly describe the appeals process for certification
- Must be filed within 30 days of notice
- Filed in writing with accompanied by appropriate fee
- Heard by IETO within 90 days after appeal is received
- IETO Board will determine outcome through majority vote
What is FARPACTA?
Ensures certification process is transparent and fair and to ensure that everyone is qualified can obtain a licence to practice
What is the role of the Office of the Fairness Commissioner?
- Responsible for the implementation of FARPACTA and overseeing the licensing process
- Ensures process is transparent and fair
What is the purpose of the professional member identification stamp?
- Acknowledges responsibility for work
* Must be used in accordance with OACETT By-Law policies
What three things might members be censured for?
- Professional misconduct
- Incompetence
- Breach of Ethics
What are the possible actions of the Complaints Committee when a complaint against a member is received in writing?
- Directs the matter to Discipline committee
- Direct registrar to provide advice
- Issue cautions
- Take appropriate action within the by-law
What are the possible actions of the Discipline Committee when a member is found
to be guilty of professional misconduct or incompetent?
- Revoke membership
- Suspend membership
- Impose terms limitations
- Reprimand
- Fine to be paid
- Findings published in Ontario Technologist
